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What kind of degree do you need to be an addiction counselor?
Each state has its own requirements for addiction counselors. Across all states, counselors need at least a bachelor’s degree, though they cannot open a private practice without a graduate-level degree. Counselors without a master’s or doctoral degree need to be supervised under a graduate-level counselor.
How do I become CADC certified?
Typically, people working to become a CADC-1 level counselor will have earned an associate’s degree (although in some states a high school diploma or GED is all you need), while people working toward their CADC-II will have completed a bachelor’s degree.
How long does it take to get CADC 1?
Application processing times can take six to eight weeks. All steps in an application must be submitted in full, must be complete, and must be accurate. An application is complete when every step has a green bubble.
What does CADC stand for in counseling?
Certified Alcohol Drug Counselor
CADC stands for Certified Alcohol Drug Counselor. While you don’t necessarily need one of these certifications to work in the addiction field, they can help you get a job and do that job better.
How much does a substance abuse counselor make a year?
In 2017 the median pay for substance abuse counselors was $43,300 per year. The lowest 10 percent, which typically reflects those with lower degrees, was $27,310 so that is a reasonable expectation for an entry level position with an Associate’s degree.
How long does it take to become a substance abuse counselor?
Depending on the state, you may have to choose a degree in social sciences with a concentration in medical knowledge, substance abuse counseling, or a related field to take on this profession. Earning an associates degree in substance abuse counseling takes two years.
Where can I get a substance abuse counselor certificate?
Community colleges, some universities, and schools that provide career training may offer certificates for substance abuse counseling programs that allow students to become licensed in specific areas.
How many Substance Abuse Counselors are there in the US?
There are about 283,000 substance abuse and behavioral disorder counselors in the US (included in the same group as behavioral disorder and mental health counselors). 1 Substance abuse counselors provide alcohol counseling, drug counseling, and counseling for related addictions.